Alpspitze is a famous mountain in Bavaria, Germany, standing at 2,628 meters high. Its iconic pyramidal peak is a symbol of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and is known for its stunning beauty. The mountain is popular among climbers, with various klettersteigs offering different routes to the summit. Additionally, visitors can enjoy the AlpspiX Viewing Platform, which extends over a cliff in an X shape, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

This platform is not for the faint of heart! People with a fear of heights beware, it might be a challenge. The floor of the platforms are an open lattice design giving you the chance to look down and see everything underneath you. Once you get to the end there is a glass wall giving you an open panoramic view of Garmisch and the Bavarian Alps.

To get here ride the Alpspitzbahn (a cable car) to the top where you’ll also find a restaurant and several hiking trails. Specifically there is a family hike from here down to the Kreuzeckbahn. The trail is about 2.4 miles long. There are several plaques along the path telling the story of a giant and some activities to go along with them.

If hiking down to the Kreuzeck is a little too far for your little hikers, you can also hike down to the Hochalmbahn, (this will cut off a mile of your hike) and ride the cable car back up to the Alpspitzbahn.

Via Ferrata

There is a popular Via Ferrata route that starts at the top of the Alpspitzbahn. You can also take Via Ferrata training before you dive in.

Tickets

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